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I have been using a handheld for a while now. If its something that is only used infrequently and to mark channel markers it works fine. The Sionx stuff does look really nice though and maybe a future upgrade down the line.

In agreement on needing a bigger boat for your intended usage. Remember everyone coming on board is going to have bags, coolers, fishing rods etc. that you will have to find space for. Once you add the people, gear and normal stuff like fenders, life jackets etc. your going to run out of room...

The arm may be fine if you can unbolt it from the handle. I had to replace the valve for my A/C last season. The arm was fine and I just had to reattach it to the new valve handle. In your picture the arm itself doesn't look bad.

Your experience with Grady customer service has been different then mine. I have always found them very helpful for things especially parts and manufacturers. Grady even provided me with information and parts number on my 265 long after the model had been discontinued. That being said I have...

I ran a 265 with f225s for 9 seasons. Your numbers sound about right. My normal cruise was a typically in the 4600-4700rpm range. She would top out at 6300 rpm. but can't remember what speed that came with. Also don't be afraid to run it, sometimes a little more throttle will smooth out...

Probably a pretty standard part. Your dealer may carry it and/or be able to provide you a manufacturer and model number. Grady customer service is pretty good source for things like manufacturer and parts number too.

Years ago when I bought my 265. We sea trialed it on Long Island NY in March. They had to shovel the snow out of the back cockpit before we could board. With the enclosure up it was nice and comfortable in the helm area. You just need to worry about winterizing water systems etc. in the...

Exactly

I use them all the time when I anchor my 305. The rode goes through it then gets tied off on the starboard bow cleat.

I found them on ebay a while back.

A couple of thoughts here, take them for what ever they are worth. We routinely overnight and weekend on our boat either my wife and I or fishing trips with the guys. If you plan on cruising up and down the coast and/or doing longer extended trips you will want a bigger boat. In my...

Wow

Soak it in laundry detergent and fabric softener.

You will need to take the sender off and run the intake hose for the fuel pump down into the tank, its the only way to empty the tank completely. If the screws are stripped you can either take a Dremel or oscillating tool and square off the screw so you can get a wrench on it or cut a notch and...

Don't bother with the sailfish, just go right to the marlin/305 or 330 express. You didn't mention budget, but that will determine a lot. I would stay away from any "older" sportfish as it will be a money pit. I have a couple of friends that have older tiara 31's that they weekend on a lot...

Also try your local Grady dealer too. Its a long shot, but I did get lucky with a window on my 265 once, as they had the window in stock. I have also used marine glass specialties for a vent window too.

I do it all the time. Just remember to close the seacock when running without the generator on. Not sure why everyone is afraid to run the generators. Guys with big boats run them whenever they are off the dock.

The speakers on my 305 are in the same space above the step with a shorted bolster. I also put a door in the step itself to access the space under the steps for storage.

Looks like the mounting bracket is where the nav light would normally be located. So from the picture it looks like it was relocated or removed.

If the midsections were replaced recently and documented, probably wouldn't worry about it that much. If they never been done, I would save the money from the inspection and just replace the midsections. The more serious corrosion is usually up by the powerhead and will not be seen with...